MISSION STATEMENT
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- “Aim for the brightest star to know who you truly are!” My mission statement is an extension of the Apollonian dictum to ‘Know Thyself’. It reminds one to avail of the whole spectrum of virtues in order to attain a greater good. In light of and to the degree that wisdom is revealed and the capacity to discern is refined, one can steady their aim in order to reach the goal of their contemplation. To illuminate the mind with ideas that can assist all sentient beings for the good of the whole is one the highest ideals of the visionary but to intelligently cognize these ideas into a form that is simple, clear and easy to understand is the task of a true philosopher. Through the dichotomy of language there is always a better way to ask a question and in this dialectical interplay with others & ourselves, we align our desires and intentions so as to harmonize and draw closer to that most brilliant star; the source of existence and the intelligence by which to realize who we truly are.
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Who is Socrates?
Who is Socrates? THE PASSION OF THE WESTERN MIND Understanding the ideas that have shaped our world view. By Richard Tarnas Narrated by Jason Youngman
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Evolution of the Western Mind
An Introduction to The Passion of the Western Mind (Understanding the ideas that have shaped our world view) The Passion presents a concise narrative history of the Western world view beginning with the ancient Greeks. The aim of this book … Continue reading
An arduous trip each soul to partake; to act out roles til’ the day we awake.
To look back upon history and contemplate its greater meaning is something significant to behold. Again and again we see the same archetypal stories being played out as actors upon a stage wearing different costumes. Tinker, tailor, soldier, sailor, rich man, … Continue reading
Highlights of the Western Tradition
Highlights of our Western Tradition – Part 2 (1st century to 500 AD) Based on the Passion of the Western Mind Background Music: Samuel Barber – Adagio for Strings Click on the image above to access video. JY
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Highlights of the Western Tradition
Highlights of our Western History – Part 1 (Based on the chronology from the Passion of the Western Mind) Video includes the number 1 of the 50 greatest pieces of classical music. By London Philharmonic Orchestra. Edvard Grieg – Peer … Continue reading
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